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GTA 6 Hype Drives Surge in PS5 and Xbox Console Sales
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THE BRIEF
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Global demand for PS5 and Xbox consoles has spiked following the Netflix GTA 6 Extended Look showcase, reversing a previous year-on-year sales decline.
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In the UK, PS5 sales rose 33% and Xbox Series X|S sales increased 34% in the week following August 27, leading to stock shortages in several markets.
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The game is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with no PC version available at the time of launch.